US EditionGlen Powell Agrees He 'Should Not' Be in the Running for This Iconic Character
Glen Powell declines potential role as James Bond, emphasizing the importance of casting an authentic British actor to preserve the character's cultural heritage and tradition.
- On August 20, Glen Powell told The Hollywood Reporter that as a Texan, he can play Jimmy Bond but should not be James Bond, recommending an authentic Brit for the role.
- Powell's comments reflect ongoing discussions about the next James Bond casting, as Amazon MGM Studios took creative control earlier this year but has delayed recasting the role.
- Though Powell is the only American generating buzz, he and others acknowledge the next Bond should be British, consistent with the character's strong British cultural identity and tradition.
- Pierce Brosnan, who played Bond from 1995 to 2002, praised the potential of the 'Angus Thongs and Perfect Snogging' alum but affirmed it depends on desire and fit for the part.
- Powell's stance suggests the casting will respect the character's heritage, and with no lead announced and development continuing, the franchise's future awaits a British actor as Bond.
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